Vegan Sweet Potato Pecan Pie + A Giveaway

Vegan Sweet Potato Pecan Pie- layered with sweet potato filling on the bottom and a pecan pie top. You won’t believe how easy it is to make! (vegan, refined sugar-free, + a gluten-free option)

If you’ve been following my blog for a while then you know that my Vitamix is my baby. I use it for everything…soups, smoothies, muffins, sauces, and occasionally pie. It can pulverize pretty much anything into smooth, creamy magic in the blink of an eye.

When the company reached out to me last month and asked if I’d like to try out their premiere top-of-the-line model, the Ascent A3500, I was like, “Uh, duh. Why wouldn’t I want the cadillac of blenders in my kitchen?”

But I couldn’t stop there. Because I love you guys so much, I wanted you to have a chance to experience the beauty of this blender in your kitchen too. So I asked if they’d be willing to sponsor a giveaway for my readers.

Spoiler alert: they said yes. Cue jazz hands!

They just released the Ascent series in their newest color, Candy Apple Red, which is absolutely perfect for the holidays. I’ve been playing around with it for a few weeks now and here’s what I love about it:

Touchscreen Interface. The touchscreen is not only sleek in appearance, but it’s scratch resistant and easy to clean. There’s no crevices for spills to get stuck in!

Programmable Timer. You can specify the blend time you desire so that it automatically shuts off when it’s finished, making it easy for you to multitask as you cook. I love that the display tells you how much time you left in the blend!

Wireless Connectivity. The Ascent Series is compatible with multiple different containers and automatically adjusts the program settings based on which one you’re using. The newest containers feature clear lids so that you don’t have to remove them to see the consistency of your blend. The wireless connectivity also makes it adaptable to the newest Vitamix technology in the years to come.

10-Year Warranty. You know that saying, you get what you pay for? Well with Vitamix, that’s exactly true. They’re so confident in their product that they warranty each one for 10-years!

To enter the giveaway, please use the Rafflecopter at the end of the post. I’ll pick a winner one week from today. Good luck!

I could chat about that blender for hours. I used it for the sweet potato layer of the pie and it worked like a charm. All you have to do is blend everything together, pour it in the prepared crust and bake. Once that’s done, you make the pecan pie filling in a saucepan, pour it on top and bake again. Then let it set in the fridge and it’s good to go. It’s kind of like pumpkin pie meets pecan pie…but better.

For the crust, I followed Dana’s recipe but used spelt flour in place of all-purpose. It turned out a bit rustic in appearance but tasted great. If you’re looking for a gluten-free crust, I found this recipe that looks like it’s worth trying.

Or you could take the easy route and buy one from Whole Foods. Wholly Wholesome makes a prepared vegan/GF pie crust that’s delicious!

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Poke the pie crust with a fork along bottom and edges then set aside.

Prepare the sweet potato filling: in a blender, combine the sweet potato puree, maple syrup, coconut milk, arrowroot, cinnamon and salt. Blend for about 10 seconds, or until smooth. Pour the filling into the pie crust and spread to the edges. Bake in the oven for 30 minutes, until filling is mostly firm. Set aside to cool for 10 minutes.

Prepare the pecan filling: In a measuring cup, combine the almond milk and cornstarch then whisk until smooth. In a saucepan, melt the vegan butter over medium heat. Add the pecans and toast for about 30 seconds while stirring continuously. Pour in the maple syrup, coconut sugar, almond milk mixture, vanilla and salt. Whisk until smooth then pour on top of sweet potato mixture in the crust and smooth to the edges.

Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes, or until filling appears mostly firm when you gently jiggle it. Allow to cool on the counter for 2-3 hours then cover and store in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, ideally overnight.

Slice the pie into pieces then top with coconut whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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My grandmother passed away a few months ago and hosting family gatherings this time of year was her favorite thing. I’m especially thankful this year for all of those past family gatherings and honored traditions!

This looks delish, would love to try with a gf crust. I’m thankful for the support of my family each day!

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I’m thankful for my boyfriend and our new puppy!

I’m excited to make this recipe!

What a fantastic giveaway, Sarah! Indeed, my Vitamix is by far the most used appliance in my kitchen (except the fridge :D ) I love it SO much and it’s stood up to my abuse for almost six years now! It is one hell of a machine! I’m loving that color too – totally fitting for this machine! This pie has my name all over it! The pecan and pumpkin together is perfection.. and it’s just gorgeous! Delicious work my dear! :D

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Thanks for this recipe and a gluten free pie crust option! I am thankful for the abundance of healthy, yummy, organic food choices where I live, for heroes like Bernie Sanders and Colin Kaepernick, and for having a job to provide me with money to rent a home…we are all so fortunate and blessed.

Thankful for hope. Hope for the future. Hope to be well. Hope for my son and all my kids futures.

Rating: 5

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Oh this pie! And that Vitamix! First things first, I have a Vitamix but I’m in awe over this model. It looks absolutely amazing. I cannot get over how gorgeous this pie is too…you did a beautiful job Sarah! Now all I need is a slice. :) I’m thankful for my family and our health most of all!

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This looks amazing!! I’ve been craving pecan pie lately and this looks perfect because you know how I love my sweet potato! :) This Thanksgiving I’m thankful for my family and excited that Eli gets to eat Thanksgiving food this year!

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Rating: 5

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Feeling thankful for the support and love of my family! :)

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That sweet potato pie looks divine! I think I’ll definitely add it to the list of thanksgiving recipes to try this year. I am so thankful for so many things this year. The biggies: my husband, my health and that of my loved ones, my family, my dog, my home, and so much more!

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This looks so delicious. The ingredients call for full-fat coconut milk, and the directions say almond milk. Which is the best to use?

Coconut milk! Sorry for the confusion.

I am in the process of making this and the directions for the filling say to whisk the almond milk and cornstarch but your ingredient list says coconut milk. I’m going to assume nits a typo and whisk the coconut milk and cornstarch together.

So sorry about that! Yes, it is coconut milk. Hopefully it still turned out as planned!

Made, for a Christmas potluck, a double batch for 2 pies. The recipe went really smoothly. I baked my own sweet potatoes, puréed them, including skins, with the liquid ingredients (Vitamix). They smelled sooo good in the car on the way to the party! Yummy! Next time I’ll add some cloves & nutmeg to the sweet potatoes…I just really love those spices.